One of the major steps that will help improve the outcomes and affordability of healthcare in America is that all involved — patients, physicians, insurance companies, employers, and hospitals — need aligned financial incentives so their goals don’t conflict.

Betty Garcia’s liver function had been steadily declining over the past decade and her health had become increasingly worse in the last few years. She was constantly tired and it was difficult for her to even speak for very long. She’d come home from work and immediately go to bed. She’d spend every weekend sleeping and trying to store up enough energy to face another week. She was in desperate need of a liver transplant.

Being physically active is an important component to preventing heart disease, the nation's No. 1 killer. To improve overall cardiovascular health, we suggest at least 150 minutes per week of moderate exercise.

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